Margarita Flank Steak With Tomatillo Guacamole

Name: Margarita Flank Steak With Tomatillo Guacamole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup diced red onion; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 30 ounces black beans, drained & rinsed (2 cans); ½ cup low sodium chicken broth; ½ cup crumbled goat cheese; 8 flour tortillas (6-inch); 1 cup shredded jack cheese; ¼ cup fresh lime juice; ¼ cup fresh orange juice; ¼ cup tequila (we used Jose Cuervo Premium); ¼ cup brown sugar; 1 jalapeno, diced & seeded (add seeds for extra heat); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or more); 1 12 lbs flank steaks; sour cream (garnish); 2 avocados, pitted, peeled & chopped; 1 cup husked & chopped tomatillo; 1 cup fresh spinach; 12 chopped fresh cilantro; ¼ cup cold water; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 jalapenos or 1 serrano chile, chopped; 1 scallion, chopped; salt

Servings: persons

1 cup diced red onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
30 ounces black beans, drained & rinsed (2 cans)
½ cup low sodium chicken broth
½ cup crumbled goat cheese
8 flour tortillas (6-inch)
1 cup shredded jack cheese
¼ cup fresh lime juice
¼ cup fresh orange juice
¼ cup tequila (we used Jose Cuervo Premium)
¼ cup brown sugar
1 jalapeno, diced & seeded (add seeds for extra heat)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or more)
1 12 lbs flank steaks
sour cream (garnish)
2 avocados, pitted, peeled & chopped
1 cup husked & chopped tomatillo
1 cup fresh spinach
12 chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup cold water
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 jalapenos or 1 serrano chile, chopped
1 scallion, chopped
salt

1
TOMATILLO GUACAMOLE: May be made up to 2 days ahead.
2
Pulse avocados, tomatillos, spinach, cilantro, water, lime juice, jalapeno and scallion together in a food processor until slightly chunky, season with salt - if necessary.
3
MARGARITA FLANK STEAK & MARINADE:.
4
Preheat oven to 425F; coat a 3-qt baking dish with nonstick spray.
5
Preheat grill to medium high.
6
Saute onion in oil in a saute pan for 5-6 minutes; add garlic, cook 1 minute then stir in beans.
7
Crush with a poato masher until chunky.
8
Add broth and reduce until liquid is evaporated & stir in goat cheese - the broth and the cheese will make it creamier.
9
Roll each tortilla with 1/3 cup bean mixture; lightly press the filling as you roll to the end.
10
Place in the prepared dish, seam side down.
11
Top with Jack cheese & bake until cheese melts melts, 20 minutes.
12
Combine juices, tequila, brown sugar and salt for the marinade in a resealable plastic bag.
13
Add steak, marinate 15 minutes.
14
Grill, covered, 4-5 minutes per side for medium rare.
15
Transfer to a cutting board, tent with foil, and rest 5 minutes before slicing.
16
Slice on an angle against the grain for the most tender results.
17
To serve: spoon Tomatillo Guacamole on plates, top with enchiladas and steak slices.
18
Garnish with sour cream.

1492

kcal

Calories

Fat

239

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup diced red onion, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 30 ounces black beans, drained & rinsed (2 cans), and more.

Yes, Margarita Flank Steak With Tomatillo Guacamole falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!